Teacher:  Mr. David Arbo  e-mail: darbo@ssacad.comvoice-mail:  892-2540  x306

Course Instructional Goal:  Students will gain an understanding of the details that will be encountered in
various disciplines of science both at the college level and in scientific careers.  Students will explore a variety
of science and technology areas.

Course Objectives:    Students will
 > Gain a better understanding of the complexity of life by studying the levels of
                organization of living things.
 > Develop a comprehension of the interdependence of the individual components of
                living structures
 > Obtain first hand knowledge of the human body through dissections and observation of
                human cadavers via field trips.
 > Realize the interdependence of the various disciplines of science.
 > Collect and analyze data through environmental field studies currently in progress with
               various environmental and government organizations.

Class Policies:

 1. Students are to be seated in their seats when the tardy bell rings.
 2. Students should have all assigned supplies in class each day.  This includes your own
                textbook, notebook (binder) with loose-leaf paper, a pen, a pencil, and a set of color
                pencils or markers.
 3. Students should raise their hand and wait to be recognized before speaking.
 4. Students should ask permission before leaving their desk.
 5. Any behavior which disrupts the learning process will be considered
     inappropriate for the classroom.  Examples:  writing or passing notes;
     working on assignments for another class; playing with  photos, makeup, another
                student's hair, magazines, etc.; sleeping (or 'resting').

The following are answers to frequently asked questions so you don't have to ask them.
This will save you time and effort as well as prevent unnecessary class interruptions.

* Everything we do in this class is important or I wouldn't waste your time talking about it.
* Taking notes is personal. If you need to take notes to remember what we're discussing then do so.
* Everything mentioned, discussed and studied in this room may show up on a test, including this list!
* We can't have a free period because we have so much to learn in such a short time.
* Labs can smell. I don't like bad smells either so I've already done my best to get rid of the odor.
* It's usually a little cold in here and a little warm next door. Both rooms are on one air conditioner.
* The air conditioner sometimes doesn't work well but I've already set it so it's a bit cool in this room.
 
 
 

COURSE OUTLINE

 The following outline is given to provide you with a general timetable for this class during the school
year.  The exact dates may vary due to changes in the school schedule involving sports events, assemblies,
bad weather days, etc.
 

   Week 1    cellular biology

   Week 2    biochemistry

   Week 3    cellular metabolism

   Week 4    molecular genetics and protein synthesis

   Week 5    cellular reproduction

   Week 6    Mendeliam genetics

   Week 7    Evolution

   Week 8   taxomony and ecology

   Week 9   Mid Term Exam

   Week 10 overview of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology

   Week 11 skeletal system

   Week 12 muscular system

   Week 13 digestive system

   Week 14 respiratory system

   Week 15 circulatrory system

   Week 16 urinary system

   Week 17 reproductive system

   Week 18 End Term Exam

Essential Knowledge:
The student will explore basic anatomy and physiology and will be assessed through homework, quizzes, tests, lab reports and projects.
The student will develop conceptual thinking and problem solving skills which will be assessed through homework, quizzes, tests, lab reports and projects.
The student will apply her knowledge human body nomenclature and function.  Application of knowledge will be assessed through lab reports, tests and projects.
The student will apply processes in scientific research to her own life and will be assessed on through various projects.

Critical Questions:

Unit 1 - What is the molecular basic for life?  How do cells function?

Unit 2 - How is biological information passed from cell to cell and from organism to offspring?

Unit 3 - How does the human body break down food for absorption into the blood stream?

Unit 4 - What is the mechanism of the human body that transports nutrients and other materials with the human body?
How do the components of blood function within the human body?

Unit 5 - How are bones and muscles integrated to provide movement for the human body?

Unit 6 - What are the processes used by the human body to eliminate watses?

Unit 7 - What are the communication systems of the human body?
 

Students enrolled in this class are expected to posess good organizational and study skills.  There are no
specific requirements for notebooks or supplies.  You may use whatever system works for you.  You will
need a good set of colored pencils.  There will be a multitude of assignments from the Anatomy Coloring
Book as well as coloring handouts from related texts.

Grades for this class will be determined by a combination of the following:

 Homework/Classwork/Quizzes
 Tests
 Labs (dissection techniques and procedures)
 Projects
 
 
 

In addition, the following policies will hold for all assignments:

-- must be in blue or black ink
-- must have first and last name on all assignments turned in
-- must have the class period on all assignments turned in
-- no 'paper lace' edges from tearing paper out of spiral notebooks
-- must be neat and clean
-- penalty for lost worksheets or handouts
-- must use correct grammar and spelling
-- must be on time (handed in when asked for)
-- must write the question for all assignments

The consequence for not following with these procedures will be -10 points of each 100 for the particular
assignment.
 

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
Students are expected to utilize their computers in the following manner:
1) note taking via a binder in OneNote for this class.
2) researching various this class concepts throughout the semester.
3) conducting virtual lab assignments via the internet.
4) creating graphics, tables, charts, etc. for presenting information, organizing information, and studying information.
5) utilizing appropriate grade level websites and resources for this class.
6) abiding by all behaviors outlined in St. Scholastica’s Responsible and Ethical Use Policy.
7) refraining from games, emailing, instant messaging, internet surfing, etc. during class time.
      Disciplinary consequences will be strictly enforced.
 

Students are responsible for keeping up with their assignments.  This includes absences due to sickness, field
trips or just being out of the room for a few minutes.  If you are not present for any or all of a class period be
sure to get notes and/or assignments from a friend.  Grades will be periodically posted on Edline so
that students will be able to check to make sure that all assignments have been turned in and properly
recorded.  Edline will be updated after major tests.
 
 
 

Help Sessions for Advanced Science are by appointment.  I am usually on campus until 4:00 everyday so all
that is required is that I be notified in advance so we can arrange a place and time to meet.  Keep in mind that
the last help session before a test or exam is usually crowded with students trying to do some last minute
cramming.  This prevents me from giving any one person a lot of attention.  If you really don't understand
something you should come in immediately so you don't get 'lost in the crowd' on the cramming days.